Meaning
beer mug, tankard
- a large glass or ceramic mug with a handle, used mainly for beer
- a wide-mouthed jug or pitcher for serving liquids
In a sentence
Abbiamo ordinato due boccali di birra artigianale al bancone.
We ordered two mugs of craft beer at the counter.
Il cameriere ha riempito il boccale fino all'orlo con schiuma densa.
The waiter filled the mug to the brim with thick foam.
Quanti boccali di sidro avete bevuto ieri sera al pub?
How many mugs of cider did you drink last night at the pub?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| boccale | masculine · singular |
| boccali | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Frequently paired with 'di birra' when ordering in a pub or pizzeria.
- Refers both to the vessel itself and to the measure of liquid it contains.